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Old 11-08-15 | 07:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Duck05
Here are a set of pics depicting the before, during, and after.... Tomorrow I will take some full side view shots....
Looking good Walt.
Old 11-08-15 | 08:42 AM
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Thanks Kevin.... Means a lot coming from you.....

Here are the pics for the rear brakes. Kept the stock calipers but did replace the rotors, pads, and brake lines.

Raining here (something we really need in NorCal) so will take the side view after pics when it clears up......
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Old 11-08-15 | 08:50 AM
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Ah man....you should have painted the rear calipers....it finishes off the look....even though they are small

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Old 11-08-15 | 10:39 AM
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Duck, wow! Those calipers look great! I loved that Blue. I'm with Catman, you should do those stock rears in the same color?
Old 11-08-15 | 01:36 PM
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I may consider it in the future. It was more of a logistics decision since this is done by vendors so taking out the calipers for a week would be a hassle and buying replacements did not feel too economical at this time..... (Have to "space out" these costs...).

Before:

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The sun did not come out but I attempted to take some after pics.....

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My thanks for all the inspiration from the other LS400 upgrades. Appreciate the shout out for the color choice; not totally sure it works with the color of the car but I do like the unique look.....

Hope to see a lot of you at the next CL meet....

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Old 11-08-15 | 05:43 PM
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Looks good....the stock brakes looked so tiny with those 19's
Old 11-08-15 | 08:46 PM
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Wanted to give a plug to the shops involved. The brake job was done by Exact Motorsports of Milpitas, CA; John and Sandy Hsu.

The calipers were prepared and painted by Elite Autobody of Sacramento, CA; Owner/operator Andy Mach. Shout out to William as well, their front office manager.

Great shops that do quality work.......

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Old 12-02-15 | 09:33 PM
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Those calipers came out really nice! I just got a set and I want to paint them as well but not sure what color to paint. I think I have a better idea now...
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I'm a Sucker for gold as well


Old 12-06-15 | 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by tanakamike
Those calipers came out really nice! I just got a set and I want to paint them as well but not sure what color to paint. I think I have a better idea now...
Thanks..... "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery"... It took a long time to decide...Let us know what you go with (with pictures, of course...).

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Looks great!!!!!

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Old 12-07-15 | 10:09 AM
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yea for sure! I will get some pics soon! I am just dealing with electrical problems with the car right now!! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Old 12-08-15 | 07:23 PM
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nice look, debating on Ls400 or Supra TT's
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